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Who was the famous American clockmaker?
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There was actually more than one famous American clockmaker. Many people refer to Eli Terry as the “father of mass-produced clocks in the U.S.,” as he introduced the concept of interchangeable parts that made large-scale production possible. Another well-known name in the history of American clock-making is Seth Thomas, who founded the Seth Thomas Clock Company in 1813. Brothers Aaron and Simon Willard are also important figures in the field, having developed banjo clocks and tall case clocks, respectively. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
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1960s Wall Clock in Murano Glass by "Cà Dei Vetrai". Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous wall clock in Murano glass by "Cà dei Vetrai" it's signed on the back. Made in Italy. It's in excellent condition and it works perfectly with an AA battery (quartz mec...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid Century Telechron 2H11 Electric Baby Blue Bakelite Kitchen Wall Clock 7"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage mid 20th century Telechron electric wall clock, Model 2H11, featuring the rare baby blue Bakelite case with silver accents and art deco styling. Yellowed face with black styl...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wall Clocks
Materials
Bakelite
$160 Sale Price
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Junghans Striped Max Bill Style Midcentury Wall Clock & Timer, Germany, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely oval mid-century modern wall clock and timer, crafted by Junghans in Germany during the 1960s. Designed in the characteristic style of the era, it features elegant chrome-pl...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Glass
Early 20th Century Owl Clock – Black Forest – Carved Wood – Rolling Eyes
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Charming early 20th century novelty clock in the shape of an owl, likely originating from the Black Forest region in Germany. Expertly hand-carved from dark-stained wood, this whimsi...
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Vintage 1920s German Black Forest Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Walnut
Beautiful large 1960s Fat Lava ceramic wall clock by Kienzle
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large 1960s Fat Lava ceramic wall clock by Kienzle.
Very high quality and in the bold colors typical of the period.
Handmade. Made in Germany.
With a very quiet original Ki...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Ceramic
Exceptional French Ormolu-Mounted Turquoise Jeweled Sevres Porcelain Clock Set
Located in Long Island City, NY
An exceptional French bronze ormolu mounted turquoise jeweled Sèvres Porcelain clock set by Raingo Fres, Paris, circa 1880.
Comprising of a clock in vase form and a pair of five-l...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
